Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon
Race snapshot
Race Day
41–55°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +33 ft
Participants
Medium-sized race
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
The Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon is a fully closed-road race through England's North East, organized by RunThrough Events with charity partner Bubble Foundation. Starting and finishing on the track at Gateshead International Stadium, the North East's only World Athletics-standard venue, the course loops along the River Tyne through both twin cities, taking in the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, and the historic Tyne Bridge and Swing Bridge before returning to the stadium for a track finish. It runs alongside a half marathon, 10K, and junior races, drawing local running clubs such as Gateshead Harriers and support from Science in Sport and BBC Radio Newcastle. The next edition is scheduled for Sunday, May 2, 2027, with roads open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Registration is open, with tiered Super Early Bird, Early Bird, and standard entry pricing through the official RunThrough site.
Questions about the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon 2027
When is the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon 2027?
Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Where is the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon?
Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom.
What time does the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon start?
The race starts at 9:00 AM, local time.
What is the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. May 2, 2027: Race Day. Ways in: Online via runthrough.co.uk.
How much does the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon Entry: £41.
What is the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon elevation gain?
140 m (459 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +10 m (33 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon course like?
It passes Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead Millennium Bridge and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.
What is the weather like at the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 5–13 °C (41–55 °F). Feels cool.
How many runners does the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon have?
1,200 participants. Medium-sized race.
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